July 30, 2010
A new state law will give workers more rights if their employers shortchange them.
Governor Pat Quinn signed the legislation today at a YMCA in Chicago.
Workers advocates charge wage theft has been an increasing problem in the downturned economy, and the governor says something had to be done.
Starting January 1, a repeat offense will be considered a felony instead of a misdemeanor.
Also, employers who violate wage theft laws will have to pay workers back from the date of nonpayment with interest and pay a 250 dollar fine.
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